With Michael McConnell, Director of National Intelligence, looking on, President George W. Bush delivers a statement on the Protect America Act Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008, in the Oval Office of the White House. Said the President, "It is time for Congress to ensure the flow of vital intelligence is not disrupted. It is time for Congress to pass a law that provides a long-term foundation to protect our country. And they must do so immediately." White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian